samhita buddhavarapu

I don't know why this tomb doesn't feature as one of the must-see places in Sultanahmet. It is located right by the blue mosque, and our curiosity led us to to this small and gorgeous final resting places for a lineage of Sultans. There shouldn't be much of a line but a with mosques you have to remove your footwear and cover your head when you enter.

The interiors are incredibly beautiful, and like all other major monuments and mosques in Istanbul this one too is an homage to the architect, the artisans and the patrons.

The lower Duden waterfall which gushes into the mediterranean sea was wonderful - better than I expected! The accompanying park is lovely and almost beckons you to sit down and get lost in the sight and sound of the rapid water fall. For tourists staying close to the city centre, this is definitely worth a visit. If possible, go at sunset time, you can also catch some twinkling lights after dusk.